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SERIAL NUMBER RECORD

SERIAL NUMBER RECORD

SERVICE

SERVICE

SERIAL NUMBER RECORD

SERIAL NUMBER RECORD

Record serial numbers and date of purchase in spaces provided.


Serial number plate is mounted to frame behind right wheel.

Record serial numbers and date of purchase in spaces provided.


Serial number plate is mounted to frame behind right wheel.

Date of purchase

Date of purchase

Serial number

Serial number

Engine serial number

Engine serial number

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SUPPORT PROCEDURE

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SUPPORT PROCEDURE

SUPPORT PROCEDURE

SUPPORT PROCEDURE

Notify your dealer immediately of any malfunction or failure of


Ditch Witch equipment.

Notify your dealer immediately of any malfunction or failure of


Ditch Witch equipment.

Always give model, serial number, and approximate date of


equipment purchase. This information should be recorded and
placed on file by owner at time of purchase.

Always give model, serial number, and approximate date of


equipment purchase. This information should be recorded and
placed on file by owner at time of purchase.

Return damaged parts to dealer for inspection and warranty


consideration.

Return damaged parts to dealer for inspection and warranty


consideration.

Order genuine Ditch Witch replacement parts from your


authorized Ditch Witch dealer. Use of another manufacturers
parts may void warranty.

Order genuine Ditch Witch replacement parts from your


authorized Ditch Witch dealer. Use of another manufacturers
parts may void warranty.

RESOURCES

RESOURCES

Publications

Publications

Contact your Ditch Witch dealer for publications covering


operation, service, and repair of your equipment.

Contact your Ditch Witch dealer for publications covering


operation, service, and repair of your equipment.

Ditch Witch Training

Ditch Witch Training

For information about on-site, individualized training, contact your


Ditch Witch dealer.

For information about on-site, individualized training, contact your


Ditch Witch dealer.

1030/1230 - FOREWORD

1030/1230 - FOREWORD

FOREWORD

FOREWORD

This manual is an important part of your equipment. It provides


safety information and operation instructions to help you use and
maintain your Ditch Witch equipment.

This manual is an important part of your equipment. It provides


safety information and operation instructions to help you use and
maintain your Ditch Witch equipment.

Read this manual before using your equipment. Keep it with the
equipment at all times for future reference. If you sell your
equipment, be sure to give this manual to the new owner.

Read this manual before using your equipment. Keep it with the
equipment at all times for future reference. If you sell your
equipment, be sure to give this manual to the new owner.

If you need a replacement copy, contact your Ditch Witch dealer.


If you need assistance in locating a dealer, visit our website at
www.ditchwitch.com or write to the following address:

If you need a replacement copy, contact your Ditch Witch dealer.


If you need assistance in locating a dealer, visit our website at
www.ditchwitch.com or write to the following address:

The Charles Machine Works, Inc.


Attn: Marketing Department
PO Box 66
Perry, OK 73077-0066
USA

The Charles Machine Works, Inc.


Attn: Marketing Department
PO Box 66
Perry, OK 73077-0066
USA

The descriptions and specifications in this manual are subject to


change. The Charles Machine Works, Inc. reserves the right to
improve equipment. Some product improvements may have
taken place after this manual was published. For the latest
information on Ditch Witch equipment, see your Ditch Witch
dealer.

The descriptions and specifications in this manual are subject to


change. The Charles Machine Works, Inc. reserves the right to
improve equipment. Some product improvements may have
taken place after this manual was published. For the latest
information on Ditch Witch equipment, see your Ditch Witch
dealer.

Thank you for buying and using Ditch Witch equipment.

Thank you for buying and using Ditch Witch equipment.

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1030/1230 - FOREWORD

Operator's Manual

Operator's Manual

Issue Number 4.2/OP-11/04

Issue Number 4.2/OP-11/04

Part Number 054-515

Part Number 054-515

Copyright 1997, 1999, 2001, 2003, 2004

Copyright 1997, 1999, 2001, 2003, 2004

by The Charles Machine Works, Inc.,


Perry, Oklahoma

by The Charles Machine Works, Inc.,


Perry, Oklahoma

, Ditch Witch, CMW, AutoCrowd,


Modularmatic, Jet Trac, Roto Witch, Subsite, Fluid Miser, PermaSoil, Power Pipe, Super Witch, Super Witch II, Pierce Airrow, The
Underground, and The Underground Authority Worldwide are
registered trademarks of The Charles Machine Works, Inc.

, Ditch Witch, CMW, AutoCrowd,


Modularmatic, Jet Trac, Roto Witch, Subsite, Fluid Miser, PermaSoil, Power Pipe, Super Witch, Super Witch II, Pierce Airrow, The
Underground, and The Underground Authority Worldwide are
registered trademarks of The Charles Machine Works, Inc.

1030/1230 - CONTENTS

CONTENTS

1030/1230 - CONTENTS

CONTENTS

SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Serial Number Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Serial Number Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Support Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Support Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

FOREWORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

FOREWORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

OVERVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

OVERVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Control Console Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Control Console Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Control Console Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Control Console Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Engine Controls Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Engine Controls Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Engine Controls Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Engine Controls Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Underground Hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Underground Hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Emergency Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Emergency Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Jobsite Classification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Jobsite Classification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Safety Alert Classifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Safety Alert Classifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Safety Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Safety Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

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TRANSPORTATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

TRANSPORTATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Lift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Lift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Tiedown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Tiedown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Haul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Haul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Freewheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Freewheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Tow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Tow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Daily Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Daily Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Startup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Startup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Driving. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Trenching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Trenching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Lubrication Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Lubrication Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Lubrication Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Lubrication Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Maintenance Schedule. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

1030 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

1030 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

1230 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

1230 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

1030/1230 - OVERVIEW

1030/1230 - OVERVIEW

OVERVIEW

OVERVIEW

The Ditch Witch 1030 and 1230 pedestrian trenchers are


designed for easy, efficient use.

The Ditch Witch 1030 and 1230 pedestrian trenchers are


designed for easy, efficient use.

Color-coded controls are within easy reach of the operator.


These compact units fit through most standard yard gates, and
the machines are balanced for easy jobsite maneuvering. A
choice of a 24, 30, or 36 (610-, 760-, or 915-mm) digging
boom, along with several chain options, make these machines
flexible enough for most soil conditions. The axle lock feature
aids smooth, easy turns and straight trenching.

Color-coded controls are within easy reach of the operator.


These compact units fit through most standard yard gates, and
the machines are balanced for easy jobsite maneuvering. A
choice of a 24, 30, or 36 (610-, 760-, or 915-mm) digging
boom, along with several chain options, make these machines
flexible enough for most soil conditions. The axle lock feature
aids smooth, easy turns and straight trenching.

1. Trail wheel

1. Trail wheel

2. Digging boom and chain

2. Digging boom and chain

3. Engine

3. Engine

4. Operator station

4. Operator station

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CONTROL CONSOLE OVERVIEW

CONTROL CONSOLE OVERVIEW

CONTROLS

CONTROLS

CONTROL CONSOLE OVERVIEW

CONTROL CONSOLE OVERVIEW

1. Bail

1. Bail

2. Digging boom control (green)

2. Digging boom control (green)

3. Axle lock (blue)

3. Axle lock (blue)

4. Speed/direction control (orange)

4. Speed/direction control (orange)

5. Throttle (black)

5. Throttle (black)

6. Digging chain control (yellow)

6. Digging chain control (yellow)

7. Power switch

7. Power switch

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CONTROL CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS

CONTROL CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS

CONTROL CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS

CONTROL CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS

Bail

Bail

This start interlock control engages and disengages hydraulic


system.

This start interlock control engages and disengages hydraulic


system.

Move down into handlebar to engage.

Move down into handlebar to engage.

Release to disengage.

Release to disengage.

Axle Lock (Blue)

Axle Lock (Blue)

This lever locks or unlocks axle.

This lever locks or unlocks axle.

Push to unlock. Use unlocked


axle to manuever trencher.

Push to unlock. Use unlocked


axle to manuever trencher.

Pull to lock. Use locked axle


for straight trenching and
driving over rough terrain.

Pull to lock. Use locked axle


for straight trenching and
driving over rough terrain.

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Digging Boom Control (Green)

Digging Boom Control (Green)

This lever raises or lowers digging


boom when bail is engaged.

This lever raises or lowers digging


boom when bail is engaged.

Push to lower boom.

Push to lower boom.

Pull to raise boom.

Pull to raise boom.

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CONTROL CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS

CONTROL CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS

Digging Chain Control (Yellow)

Digging Chain Control (Yellow)

This lever starts digging chain


when bail is engaged.

This lever starts digging chain


when bail is engaged.

Push to start digging chain.

Push to start digging chain.

Returns to neutral and digging


chain stops when bail is
released.

Returns to neutral and digging


chain stops when bail is
released.

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Speed/Direction Control
(Orange)

Speed/Direction Control
(Orange)

This lever controls unit speed and


direction when bail is engaged.

This lever controls unit speed and


direction when bail is engaged.

Ensure control is in BAIL


RELEASE (neutral) position,
and engage bail.

Ensure control is in BAIL


RELEASE (neutral) position,
and engage bail.

Push to move forward.

Push to move forward.

Pull to move backward.

Pull to move backward.

Move farther from center to go faster in either direction.

Move farther from center to go faster in either direction.

Return to BAIL RELEASE (neutral) to stop.

Return to BAIL RELEASE (neutral) to stop.

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CONTROL CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS

CONTROL CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS

Throttle (Black)

Throttle (Black)

This lever controls engine speed.


Increasing engine speed also
increases digging chain speed.

This lever controls engine speed.


Increasing engine speed also
increases digging chain speed.

Push down to speed engine.

Push down to speed engine.

Pull up to slow engine.

Pull up to slow engine.

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Power Switch

Power Switch

This two-position switch controls power to the machine.

This two-position switch controls power to the machine.

Turn clockwise to turn power on. In this position, engine will


start when rope start is pulled.

Turn clockwise to turn power on. In this position, engine will


start when rope start is pulled.

Turn counterclockwise to stop engine.

Turn counterclockwise to stop engine.

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ENGINE CONTROLS OVERVIEW

ENGINE CONTROLS OVERVIEW

ENGINE CONTROLS OVERVIEW

ENGINE CONTROLS OVERVIEW

1. Fuel shut-off valves

1. Fuel shut-off valves

2. Choke

2. Choke

3. Pull start

3. Pull start

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ENGINE CONTROLS DESCRIPTIONS

ENGINE CONTROLS DESCRIPTIONS

ENGINE CONTROLS DESCRIPTIONS

ENGINE CONTROLS DESCRIPTIONS

Fuel Shut-off Valves

Fuel Shut-off Valves

Two valves separate fuel reservoir from engine.

Two valves separate fuel reservoir from engine.

Close when transporting unit to or from jobsite.

Close when transporting unit to or from jobsite.

Open before starting engine.

Open before starting engine.

Choke

Choke

This valve regulates air/fuel mixture. Close valve to help start cold
engine.

This valve regulates air/fuel mixture. Close valve to help start cold
engine.

Pull Start

Pull Start

Cranks engine for starting.

Cranks engine for starting.

Ensure that power switch is on and fuel shut-off valves are


open.

Ensure that power switch is on and fuel shut-off valves are


open.

Pull to start engine.

Pull to start engine.

If engine does not start after three pulls, turn power switch off and
check for fuel blockage or electrical system problems.

If engine does not start after three pulls, turn power switch off and
check for fuel blockage or electrical system problems.

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SAFETY

SAFETY

Follow these guidelines before operating any jobsite equipment:

Follow these guidelines before operating any jobsite equipment:

Complete proper training and read operators manual before


using equipment.

Complete proper training and read operators manual before


using equipment.

Contact One-Call (888-258-0808) and any utility companies


which do not subscribe to One-Call. Have all underground
pipes and cables located and marked before operating
equipment. If you damage a utility, contact utility company.

Contact One-Call (888-258-0808) and any utility companies


which do not subscribe to One-Call. Have all underground
pipes and cables located and marked before operating
equipment. If you damage a utility, contact utility company.

Classify jobsite based on its hazards and use correct tools


and machinery, safety equipment, and work methods for
jobsite.

Classify jobsite based on its hazards and use correct tools


and machinery, safety equipment, and work methods for
jobsite.

Mark jobsite clearly and keep spectators away.

Mark jobsite clearly and keep spectators away.

Wear personal protective equipment.

Wear personal protective equipment.

Review jobsite hazards, safety and emergency procedures,


and individual responsibilities with all personnel before work
begins. Safety videos are available from your Ditch Witch
dealer.

Review jobsite hazards, safety and emergency procedures,


and individual responsibilities with all personnel before work
begins. Safety videos are available from your Ditch Witch
dealer.

Replace missing or damaged safety shields and safety signs.

Replace missing or damaged safety shields and safety signs.

Use equipment carefully. Stop operation and investigate


anything that does not look or feel right.

Use equipment carefully. Stop operation and investigate


anything that does not look or feel right.

Do not operate unit where flammable gas is present.

Do not operate unit where flammable gas is present.

Contact your Ditch Witch dealer if you have any question


about operation, maintenance, or equipment use.

Contact your Ditch Witch dealer if you have any question


about operation, maintenance, or equipment use.

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ACCESSORIES

ACCESSORIES

ACCESSORIES

ACCESSORIES

Fire Extinguisher

Fire Extinguisher

If required, a fire extinguisher should be mounted near the power


unit but away from possible points of ignition. The fire
extinguisher should always be classified for both oil and electric
fires. It should meet legal and regulatory requirements.

If required, a fire extinguisher should be mounted near the power


unit but away from possible points of ignition. The fire
extinguisher should always be classified for both oil and electric
fires. It should meet legal and regulatory requirements.

Lighting Kit

Lighting Kit

If you need additional light, plug lighting kit into provided outlet.
Contact your Ditch Witch dealer for further information.

If you need additional light, plug lighting kit into provided outlet.
Contact your Ditch Witch dealer for further information.

UNDERGROUND HAZARDS

UNDERGROUND HAZARDS

Striking underground hazards can cause explosion, electrocution,


fire, and exposure to hazardous materials.

Striking underground hazards can cause explosion, electrocution,


fire, and exposure to hazardous materials.

Hazards include:

Hazards include:

Electric lines

Electric lines

Natural gas lines

Natural gas lines

Fiber optic cables

Fiber optic cables

Water lines

Water lines

Sewer lines

Sewer lines

Pipes carrying other chemicals, liquids, or gases

Pipes carrying other chemicals, liquids, or gases

Storage tanks

Storage tanks

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EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

Before operating any equipment, review emergency procedures


and check that all safety precautions have been taken.

Before operating any equipment, review emergency procedures


and check that all safety precautions have been taken.

EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN - Turn ignition switch to stop position


or push remote engine stop button.

EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN - Turn ignition switch to stop position


or push remote engine stop button.

Electric Strike Description

Electric Strike Description

When working near electric cables, remember the following:

When working near electric cables, remember the following:

Electricity follows all paths to ground, not just path of least


resistance.

Electricity follows all paths to ground, not just path of least


resistance.

Pipes, hoses, and cables will conduct electricity back to all


equipment.

Pipes, hoses, and cables will conduct electricity back to all


equipment.

Low voltage current can injure or kill. Almost one-third of


work-related electrocutions result from contact with less than
440 volts.

Low voltage current can injure or kill. Almost one-third of


work-related electrocutions result from contact with less than
440 volts.

Most electric strikes are not noticeable, but indications of a strike


include:

Most electric strikes are not noticeable, but indications of a strike


include:

power outage

power outage

smoke

smoke

explosion

explosion

popping noises

popping noises

arcing electricity

arcing electricity

If any of these occur, assume an electric strike has occurred.

If any of these occur, assume an electric strike has occurred.

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EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

If an Electric Line is Damaged

If an Electric Line is Damaged

If you suspect an electric line has been damaged and you are on
tractor, DO NOT MOVE. Remain on tractor and take the
following actions. The order and degree of action will depend
upon the situation.

If you suspect an electric line has been damaged and you are on
tractor, DO NOT MOVE. Remain on tractor and take the
following actions. The order and degree of action will depend
upon the situation.

Warn people nearby that an electric strike has occurred.


Instruct them to leave the area and contact utility.

Warn people nearby that an electric strike has occurred.


Instruct them to leave the area and contact utility.

Raise attachments and drive from immediate area.

Raise attachments and drive from immediate area.

Contact utility company to shut off power.

Contact utility company to shut off power.

Do not return to jobsite or allow anyone into area until given


permission by utility company.

Do not return to jobsite or allow anyone into area until given


permission by utility company.

If you suspect an electric line has been damaged and you are off
tractor, DO NOT TOUCH TRACTOR. Take the following actions.
The order and degree of action will depend upon the situation.

If you suspect an electric line has been damaged and you are off
tractor, DO NOT TOUCH TRACTOR. Take the following actions.
The order and degree of action will depend upon the situation.

LEAVE AREA.

LEAVE AREA.

Contact utility company to shut off power.

Contact utility company to shut off power.

Do not return to jobsite or allow anyone into area until given


permission by utility company.

Do not return to jobsite or allow anyone into area until given


permission by utility company.

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EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

If a Gas Line is Damaged

If a Gas Line is Damaged

If you suspect a gas line has been damaged, take the following
actions. The order and degree of action will depend on the
situation.

If you suspect a gas line has been damaged, take the following
actions. The order and degree of action will depend on the
situation.

Immediately shut off engine(s), if this can be done safely and


quickly.

Immediately shut off engine(s), if this can be done safely and


quickly.

Remove any ignition source(s), if this can be done safely and


quickly.

Remove any ignition source(s), if this can be done safely and


quickly.

Warn others that a gas line has been cut and that they should
leave the area.

Warn others that a gas line has been cut and that they should
leave the area.

Leave jobsite as quickly as possible.

Leave jobsite as quickly as possible.

Immediately call your local emergency phone number and


utility company.

Immediately call your local emergency phone number and


utility company.

If jobsite is along street, stop traffic from driving near jobsite.

If jobsite is along street, stop traffic from driving near jobsite.

Do not return to jobsite until given permission by emergency


personnel and utility company.

Do not return to jobsite until given permission by emergency


personnel and utility company.

If a Fiber Optic Cable is Damaged

If a Fiber Optic Cable is Damaged

Do not look into cut ends of fiber optic or unidentified cable.


Vision damage can occur.

Do not look into cut ends of fiber optic or unidentified cable.


Vision damage can occur.

If Machine Catches on Fire

If Machine Catches on Fire

Perform emergency shutdown procedure and then take the


following actions. The order and degree of action will depend on
the situation.

Perform emergency shutdown procedure and then take the


following actions. The order and degree of action will depend on
the situation.

Immediately move battery disconnect switch (if equipped) to


disconnect position.

Immediately move battery disconnect switch (if equipped) to


disconnect position.

If fire is small and fire extinguisher is available, attempt to


extinguish fire.

If fire is small and fire extinguisher is available, attempt to


extinguish fire.

If fire cannot be extinguished, leave area as quickly as


possible and contact emergency personnel.

If fire cannot be extinguished, leave area as quickly as


possible and contact emergency personnel.

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JOBSITE CLASSIFICATION

JOBSITE CLASSIFICATION

JOBSITE CLASSIFICATION

JOBSITE CLASSIFICATION

Inspecting Jobsite

Inspecting Jobsite

Follow U.S. Department of Labor regulations on excavating


and trenching (Part 1926, Subpart P) and other similar
regulations.

Follow U.S. Department of Labor regulations on excavating


and trenching (Part 1926, Subpart P) and other similar
regulations.

Contact One-Call (888-258-0808) and any utility companies


which do not subscribe to One-Call.

Contact One-Call (888-258-0808) and any utility companies


which do not subscribe to One-Call.

Inspect jobsite and perimeter for evidence of underground


hazards, such as:

Inspect jobsite and perimeter for evidence of underground


hazards, such as:

Buried utility notices

Buried utility notices

Utility facilities without overhead lines

Utility facilities without overhead lines

Gas or water meters

Gas or water meters

Junction boxes

Junction boxes

Drop boxes

Drop boxes

Light poles

Light poles

Manhole covers

Manhole covers

Sunken ground

Sunken ground

Have an experienced locating equipment operator sweep


area within 20 (6 m) to each side of trench path. Verify
previously marked line and cable locations.

Have an experienced locating equipment operator sweep


area within 20 (6 m) to each side of trench path. Verify
previously marked line and cable locations.

Mark location of all buried utilities and obstructions.

Mark location of all buried utilities and obstructions.

Classify jobsite.

Classify jobsite.

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JOBSITE CLASSIFICATION

JOBSITE CLASSIFICATION

Selecting a Classification

Selecting a Classification

Jobsites are classified according to underground hazards


present.

Jobsites are classified according to underground hazards


present.

If working . . .

then classify jobsite as . . .

If working . . .

then classify jobsite as . . .

within 10 (3 m) of a buried
electric line

electric

within 10 (3 m) of a buried
electric line

electric

within 10 (3 m) of a natural
gas line

natural gas

within 10 (3 m) of a natural
gas line

natural gas

in sand, granite, or concrete


which is capable of producing
crystalline silica (quartz) dust

crystalline silica (quartz) dust

in sand, granite, or concrete


which is capable of producing
crystalline silica (quartz) dust

crystalline silica (quartz) dust

within 10 (3 m) of any other


hazard

other

within 10 (3 m) of any other


hazard

other

NOTICE: If you have any doubt about jobsite classification, or if


jobsite might contain unmarked hazards, take steps outlined
previously to identify hazards and classify jobsite before working.

NOTICE: If you have any doubt about jobsite classification, or if


jobsite might contain unmarked hazards, take steps outlined
previously to identify hazards and classify jobsite before working.

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JOBSITE CLASSIFICATION

JOBSITE CLASSIFICATION

Applying Precautions

Applying Precautions

Once classified, precautions appropriate for jobsite must be


taken.

Once classified, precautions appropriate for jobsite must be


taken.

Electric Jobsite Precautions

Electric Jobsite Precautions

Use one or both of these methods.

Use one or both of these methods.

Expose line by careful hand digging or soft excavation.

Expose line by careful hand digging or soft excavation.

Have service shut down while work is in progress. Have


electric company test lines before returning them to service.

Have service shut down while work is in progress. Have


electric company test lines before returning them to service.

Natural Gas Jobsite Precautions

Natural Gas Jobsite Precautions

In addition to positioning equipment upwind from gas lines, use


one or both of these methods.

In addition to positioning equipment upwind from gas lines, use


one or both of these methods.

Expose lines by careful hand digging or soft excavation.

Expose lines by careful hand digging or soft excavation.

Have gas shut off while work is in progress. Have gas


company test lines before returning them to service.

Have gas shut off while work is in progress. Have gas


company test lines before returning them to service.

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JOBSITE CLASSIFICATION

JOBSITE CLASSIFICATION

Crystalline Silica (Quartz) Dust Precautions

Crystalline Silica (Quartz) Dust Precautions

Follow OSHA or other guidelines for exposure to crystalline silica


when trenching, sawing or drilling through material that might
produce dust containing crystalline silica (quartz).

Follow OSHA or other guidelines for exposure to crystalline silica


when trenching, sawing or drilling through material that might
produce dust containing crystalline silica (quartz).

Other Jobsite Precautions

Other Jobsite Precautions

You may need to use different methods to safely avoid other


underground hazards. Talk with those knowledgeable about
hazards present at each site to determine which precautions
should be taken or if job should be attempted.

You may need to use different methods to safely avoid other


underground hazards. Talk with those knowledgeable about
hazards present at each site to determine which precautions
should be taken or if job should be attempted.

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SAFETY ALERT CLASSIFICATIONS

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SAFETY ALERT CLASSIFICATIONS

SAFETY ALERT CLASSIFICATIONS

SAFETY ALERT CLASSIFICATIONS

These classifications and the icons defined on the following


pages work together to alert you to situations which could be
harmful to you, jobsite bystanders or your equipment. When you
see these words and icons in the book or on the machine,
carefully read and follow all instructions. YOUR SAFETY IS AT
STAKE.

These classifications and the icons defined on the following


pages work together to alert you to situations which could be
harmful to you, jobsite bystanders or your equipment. When you
see these words and icons in the book or on the machine,
carefully read and follow all instructions. YOUR SAFETY IS AT
STAKE.

Watch for the three safety alert levels: DANGER, WARNING and
CAUTION. Learn what each level means.

Watch for the three safety alert levels: DANGER, WARNING and
CAUTION. Learn what each level means.

indicates an imminently hazardous situation


which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

indicates an imminently hazardous situation


which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,


if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,


if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,


if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,


if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

Watch for two other words: NOTICE and IMPORTANT.

Watch for two other words: NOTICE and IMPORTANT.

NOTICE can keep you from doing something that might damage
the machine or someone's property. It can also alert you against
unsafe practices.

NOTICE can keep you from doing something that might damage
the machine or someone's property. It can also alert you against
unsafe practices.

IMPORTANT can help you do a better job or make your job


easier in some way.

IMPORTANT can help you do a better job or make your job


easier in some way.

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SAFETY ALERTS

SAFETY ALERTS

SAFETY ALERTS

SAFETY ALERTS
Moving digging
teeth will kill you or cut off arm or
leg. Stay away.

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Moving digging
teeth will kill you or cut off arm or
leg. Stay away.

Turning shaft will kill you or crush


arm or leg. Stay away.

Turning shaft will kill you or crush


arm or leg. Stay away.

Electric shock. Contacting electric


lines will cause death or serious injury. Know
location of lines and stay away.

Electric shock. Contacting electric


lines will cause death or serious injury. Know
location of lines and stay away.

Deadly gases. Lack of oxygen or


presence of gas will cause sickness or death.
Provide ventilation.

Deadly gases. Lack of oxygen or


presence of gas will cause sickness or death.
Provide ventilation.

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SAFETY ALERTS

Jobsite hazards
could cause death or serious injury.
Use correct equipment and work
methods. Use and maintain proper
safety equipment.

Jobsite hazards
could cause death or serious injury.
Use correct equipment and work
methods. Use and maintain proper
safety equipment.

Crushing weight
could cause death or serious injury.
Use proper procedures and
equipment or stay away.

Crushing weight
could cause death or serious injury.
Use proper procedures and
equipment or stay away.

Moving parts
could cut off hand or foot. Stay
away.

Moving parts
could cut off hand or foot. Stay
away.

Fall possible. Riders can fall from


machine and be injured or killed. Only operator is
allowed on machine.

Fall possible. Riders can fall from


machine and be injured or killed. Only operator is
allowed on machine.

Rollover possible. If machine rolls


over, you could be thrown from seat and killed or
crushed. Wear seat belt.

Rollover possible. If machine rolls


over, you could be thrown from seat and killed or
crushed. Wear seat belt.

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SAFETY ALERTS

SAFETY ALERTS

Explosion possible. Serious injury


or equipment damage could occur. Follow
directions carefully.

Explosion possible. Serious injury


or equipment damage could occur. Follow
directions carefully.

Incorrect procedures could result


in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use
equipment correctly.

Incorrect procedures could result


in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use
equipment correctly.

Looking into fiber optic cable could


result in permanent vision damage. Do not look
into ends of fiber optic or unidentified cable.

Looking into fiber optic cable could


result in permanent vision damage. Do not look
into ends of fiber optic or unidentified cable.

Fluid or air
pressure could pierce skin and
cause injury or death. Stay away.

Runaway possible. Machine could


run over you or others. Learn how to use all
controls. Start and operate only from operators
position.

Fluid or air
pressure could pierce skin and
cause injury or death. Stay away.

Runaway possible. Machine could


run over you or others. Learn how to use all
controls. Start and operate only from operators
position.

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SAFETY ALERTS

Fire or explosion possible. Fumes


could ignite and cause burns. No smoking, no
flame, no spark.

Fire or explosion possible. Fumes


could ignite and cause burns. No smoking, no
flame, no spark.

Moving traffic - hazardous


situation. Death or serious injury could result.
Avoid moving vehicles, wear high visibility clothing,
post appropriate warning signs.

Moving traffic - hazardous


situation. Death or serious injury could result.
Avoid moving vehicles, wear high visibility clothing,
post appropriate warning signs.

Hot pressurized cooling system


fluid could cause serious burns. Allow to cool
before servicing.

Hot pressurized cooling system


fluid could cause serious burns. Allow to cool
before servicing.

Improper control function could


cause death or serious injury. If control does not
work as described in instructions, stop machine
and have it serviced.

Improper control function could


cause death or serious injury. If control does not
work as described in instructions, stop machine
and have it serviced.

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SAFETY ALERTS

SAFETY ALERTS

Flying objects may cause injury.


Wear hard hat and safety glasses.

Flying objects may cause injury.


Wear hard hat and safety glasses.

Hot parts may cause burns. Do not

Hot parts may cause burns. Do not

touch until cool.

touch until cool.

Exposure to high noise levels may


cause hearing loss. Wear hearing protection.

Exposure to high noise levels may


cause hearing loss. Wear hearing protection.

Fall possible. Slips or trips may


result in injury. Keep area clean.

Fall possible. Slips or trips may


result in injury. Keep area clean.

Battery acid may cause burns.

Battery acid may cause burns.

Avoid contact.

Avoid contact.

Improper handling or use of


chemicals may result in illness, injury, or
equipment damage. Follow instructions on labels
and in material safety data sheets (MSDS).

Improper handling or use of


chemicals may result in illness, injury, or
equipment damage. Follow instructions on labels
and in material safety data sheets (MSDS).

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LIFT

LIFT

TRANSPORTATION

TRANSPORTATION

LIFT

LIFT

Lifting Points

Lifting Points

Lifting points are identified by


lifting decals. Lifting at any other
point can be unsafe and can
damage machinery.

Lifting points are identified by


lifting decals. Lifting at any other
point can be unsafe and can
damage machinery.

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LIFT

Lifting Unit

LIFT

Lifting Unit
Crushing weight could cause
death or serious injury. Use proper procedures and
equipment or stay away.

Crushing weight could cause


death or serious injury. Use proper procedures and
equipment or stay away.

Before lifting, check SPECIFICATIONS. Use a hoist capable of


supporting equipments size and weight.

Before lifting, check SPECIFICATIONS. Use a hoist capable of


supporting equipments size and weight.

Lift trencher by running a sling through the front guide, under


lifting hooks, and around back of console tower.

Lift trencher by running a sling through the front guide, under


lifting hooks, and around back of console tower.

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TIEDOWN

TIEDOWN

TIEDOWN

TIEDOWN

Tiedown Points

Tiedown Points

Tiedown points are identified by


tiedown decals. Securing unit to
truck or trailer at any other points
may be unsafe and can damage
machinery.

Tiedown points are identified by


tiedown decals. Securing unit to
truck or trailer at any other points
may be unsafe and can damage
machinery.

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Tieing Down Unit

Tieing Down Unit

Attach tiedowns at front and rear tiedown points. Make sure


tiedowns are tight before transporting unit.

Attach tiedowns at front and rear tiedown points. Make sure


tiedowns are tight before transporting unit.

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HAUL

HAUL

HAUL

HAUL
Crushing weight could cause
death or serious injury. Use proper procedures and
equipment or stay away.

Crushing weight could cause


death or serious injury. Use proper procedures and
equipment or stay away.

NOTICES:

NOTICES:

Read trailer operators manual, if applicable, before loading or


transporting your machine. Incorrectly loaded machine can
slip or cause trailer sway.

Read trailer operators manual, if applicable, before loading or


transporting your machine. Incorrectly loaded machine can
slip or cause trailer sway.

Check that loading ramps will support weight (see


SPECIFICATIONS).

Check that loading ramps will support weight (see


SPECIFICATIONS).

Check payload rating of truck or trailer.

Check payload rating of truck or trailer.

Park, load, and unload truck or trailer on a level part of the


jobsite.

Park, load, and unload truck or trailer on a level part of the


jobsite.

Check that adequate tiedowns are available.

Check that adequate tiedowns are available.

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HAUL

HAUL

Loading

Loading

The 1030 and 1230 trenchers can be hauled in the bed of a light
truck or by trailer. To load:

The 1030 and 1230 trenchers can be hauled in the bed of a light
truck or by trailer. To load:

1. Start engine. See OPERATION for start-up procedures.

1. Start engine. See OPERATION for start-up procedures.

2. Raise digging boom, but keep it low.

2. Raise digging boom, but keep it low.

3. Move throttle to about 3/4 open.

3. Move throttle to about 3/4 open.

4. With bail engaged, move speed/direction control to forward or


reverse and drive to loading sight.

4. With bail engaged, move speed/direction control to forward or


reverse and drive to loading sight.

To steer, unlock axle, push down on handlebar, and turn


machine.

To steer, unlock axle, push down on handlebar, and turn


machine.

5. Align trencher with ramps or trailer.

5. Align trencher with ramps or trailer.

6. Lock axle.

6. Lock axle.

7. Drive trencher onto trailer or truck bed until tiedown position


is reached.

7. Drive trencher onto trailer or truck bed until tiedown position


is reached.

8. Move speed/direction control to BAIL RELEASE (neutral)


position, and lower digging boom.

8. Move speed/direction control to BAIL RELEASE (neutral)


position, and lower digging boom.

9. Release bail and turn off engine.

9. Release bail and turn off engine.

10. Securely chain trencher to truck or trailer at tiedown points.

10. Securely chain trencher to truck or trailer at tiedown points.

NOTICE: To keep engine from flooding during transport,


close both fuel shut-off valves before transporting unit.

NOTICE: To keep engine from flooding during transport,


close both fuel shut-off valves before transporting unit.

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HAUL

HAUL

Unloading

Unloading

1. Remove tiedowns.

1. Remove tiedowns.

2. Open fuel shut-off valves and start engine.

2. Open fuel shut-off valves and start engine.

3. Move throttle to about 1/4 open.

3. Move throttle to about 1/4 open.

4. Ensure that axle is locked and speed/direction control is in


the BAIL RELEASE (neutral) position.

4. Ensure that axle is locked and speed/direction control is in


the BAIL RELEASE (neutral) position.

5. Engage bail.

5. Engage bail.

6. Raise digging boom, but keep it low.

6. Raise digging boom, but keep it low.

7. Slowly drive trencher off trailer.

7. Slowly drive trencher off trailer.

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FREEWHEEL

FREEWHEEL

FREEWHEEL

FREEWHEEL

If trencher must be moved without engine running, this feature


allows the 1030 or 1230 to be wheeled manually.

If trencher must be moved without engine running, this feature


allows the 1030 or 1230 to be wheeled manually.

Crushing weight could cause


death or serious injury. Use proper procedures and
equipment or stay away.

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Crushing weight could cause


death or serious injury. Use proper procedures and
equipment or stay away.

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1. Elevate left side of trencher with jackstand or safety blocks.

1. Elevate left side of trencher with jackstand or safety blocks.

2. Remove nut from left wheel hub.

2. Remove nut from left wheel hub.

3. Horizontally align two of the


three threaded holes (A) in
wheel hub with machine
frame, as shown.

3. Horizontally align two of the


three threaded holes (A) in
wheel hub with machine
frame, as shown.

4. Insert bolts (supplied in


operators manual
compartment) into threaded
holes and tighten until wheel is
released from axle.

4. Insert bolts (supplied in


operators manual
compartment) into threaded
holes and tighten until wheel is
released from axle.

5. Remove key (B) from axle.

5. Remove key (B) from axle.

6. Replace wheel and hub, and


tighten only enough to keep hub on axle. Overtightening can
lock hub to axle.

6. Replace wheel and hub, and


tighten only enough to keep hub on axle. Overtightening can
lock hub to axle.

7. Wheel trencher to a clear area of the jobsite.

7. Wheel trencher to a clear area of the jobsite.

NOTICE: Do not freewheel the threncher more than 100


(30 m) in this manner. Damage to wheel hub or axle will
occur.

NOTICE: Do not freewheel the threncher more than 100


(30 m) in this manner. Damage to wheel hub or axle will
occur.

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TOW

TOW

TOW

TOW

Under normal conditions, unit should not be towed. If unit


becomes disabled and towing is necessary:

Under normal conditions, unit should not be towed. If unit


becomes disabled and towing is necessary:

tow for short distances at less than 1 mph (1.6 km/h)

tow for short distances at less than 1 mph (1.6 km/h)

do not tow for more than 100 (30 m)

do not tow for more than 100 (30 m)

use no more than 1,300 lb (5 800 N) of towing force

use no more than 1,300 lb (5 800 N) of towing force

To tow:

To tow:

1. Follow Freewheel instructions to enable unit to be towed.

1. Follow Freewheel instructions to enable unit to be towed.

2. Attach tow line to all available tiedown points facing towing


vehicle.

2. Attach tow line to all available tiedown points facing towing


vehicle.

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DAILY INSPECTION

DAILY INSPECTION

OPERATION

OPERATION

DAILY INSPECTION

DAILY INSPECTION

For safe and efficient use of your machine, do the following


before each days work.

For safe and efficient use of your machine, do the following


before each days work.

Check general appearance of tractor and digging attachment.


Look for loose, worn, or damaged parts and fluid leaks.

Check general appearance of tractor and digging attachment.


Look for loose, worn, or damaged parts and fluid leaks.

Check condition of digging chain, teeth, air filter, and optional


remote air cleaner.

Check condition of digging chain, teeth, air filter, and optional


remote air cleaner.

Check fuel lines and hydraulic lines and fittings for signs of
leakage, wear, or other damage.

Check fuel lines and hydraulic lines and fittings for signs of
leakage, wear, or other damage.

Check tire pressure.

Check tire pressure.

Check hydraulic and engine oil levels.

Check hydraulic and engine oil levels.

Check fuel level.

Check fuel level.

Check that all signs, guards, and shields are in place and
readable.

Check that all signs, guards, and shields are in place and
readable.

Service machine according to schedules in LUBRICATION AND


MAINTENANCE, and in engine manufacturers guide.

Service machine according to schedules in LUBRICATION AND


MAINTENANCE, and in engine manufacturers guide.

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STARTUP

STARTUP

STARTUP

STARTUP

Before operating trencher, read engine manufacturers starting


and operating instructions. Follow instructions for new engine
break-in.

Before operating trencher, read engine manufacturers starting


and operating instructions. Follow instructions for new engine
break-in.

Incorrect procedures could result


in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use
equipment correctly.

EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN: Turn power switch off.

Incorrect procedures could result


in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use
equipment correctly.

EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN: Turn power switch off.

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STARTUP

STARTUP

1. Check that bail is up and fuel shut-off valves are open.

1. Check that bail is up and fuel shut-off valves are open.

2. If necessary, choke cold engine.

2. If necessary, choke cold engine.

3. Move throttle to 1/4 open.

3. Move throttle to 1/4 open.

4. Turn power switch on.

4. Turn power switch on.

5. Pull rope start.

5. Pull rope start.

IMPORTANT: If engine does not start after three pulls, turn


power switch off and check for fuel blockage or electrical
system problems.

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IMPORTANT: If engine does not start after three pulls, turn


power switch off and check for fuel blockage or electrical
system problems.

Improper control function could


cause death or serious injury. If control does not
work as described in instructions, stop machine
and have it serviced.

Improper control function could


cause death or serious injury. If control does not
work as described in instructions, stop machine
and have it serviced.

NOTICES:

NOTICES:

If interlock system does not work, contact your Ditch Witch


dealer. Improper repair might allow machine to start or
operate with controls in gear.

If interlock system does not work, contact your Ditch Witch


dealer. Improper repair might allow machine to start or
operate with controls in gear.

Do not wire or tape bail to handlebar or defeat interlock


system in any manner. Machine will not start, and digging
chain control will be stuck in gear.

Do not wire or tape bail to handlebar or defeat interlock


system in any manner. Machine will not start, and digging
chain control will be stuck in gear.

6. Run engine at half throttle or less for five minutes before


operating trencher.

6. Run engine at half throttle or less for five minutes before


operating trencher.

During warmup, check that all controls work properly.

During warmup, check that all controls work properly.

EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN: Turn power switch off.

EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN: Turn power switch off.

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DRIVING

DRIVING

DRIVING

DRIVING
Incorrect procedures could result
in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use
equipment correctly.

Incorrect procedures could result


in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use
equipment correctly.

NOTICE: Keep attachment low when operating on a slope. Drive


slowly and cautiously at all times.

NOTICE: Keep attachment low when operating on a slope. Drive


slowly and cautiously at all times.

1. Ensure that speed/direction control is in the BAIL RELEASE


(neutral) position.

1. Ensure that speed/direction control is in the BAIL RELEASE


(neutral) position.

2. Move bail down into handlebar.

2. Move bail down into handlebar.

3. Raise digging boom.

3. Raise digging boom.

4. Lock axle to drive straight, or unlock axle to allow steering.

4. Lock axle to drive straight, or unlock axle to allow steering.

5. Move throttle to 3/4 open.

5. Move throttle to 3/4 open.

6. Move speed/direciton control to forward or reverse.

6. Move speed/direciton control to forward or reverse.

IMPORTANT: Bail must be down in order for unit to move.


7. To steer, ensure axle is unlocked, push down on handlebar,
and turn machine.

IMPORTANT: Bail must be down in order for unit to move.


7. To steer, ensure axle is unlocked, push down on handlebar,
and turn machine.

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TRENCHING

TRENCHING

TRENCHING

TRENCHING
Jobsite hazards
could cause death or serious injury.
Use correct equipment and work
methods. Use and maintain proper
safety equipment.

NOTICE: Know and comply with regulations covering One-Call


service and utility notification before digging.

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Jobsite hazards
could cause death or serious injury.
Use correct equipment and work
methods. Use and maintain proper
safety equipment.
NOTICE: Know and comply with regulations covering One-Call
service and utility notification before digging.

Jobsite hazards could cause death


or serious injury. Use correct equipment and work
methods. Use and maintain proper safety
equipment.

Jobsite hazards could cause death


or serious injury. Use correct equipment and work
methods. Use and maintain proper safety
equipment.

NOTICE: Cutting or drilling concrete containing sand or rock


containing quartz may result in exposure to silica dust. Use
respirator, water spray or other means to control dust. Silica dust
can cause lung disease and is known to the State of California to
cause cancer.

NOTICE: Cutting or drilling concrete containing sand or rock


containing quartz may result in exposure to silica dust. Use
respirator, water spray or other means to control dust. Silica dust
can cause lung disease and is known to the State of California to
cause cancer.

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TRENCHING

TRENCHING

1. Drive trencher to starting point. Move in line with planned


trench.

1. Drive trencher to starting point. Move in line with planned


trench.

2. For a straighter trench, lock axle.

2. For a straighter trench, lock axle.

3. Move throttle to half open.

3. Move throttle to half open.

4. Ensure that speed/direction control and digging chain control


are in neutral.

4. Ensure that speed/direction control and digging chain control


are in neutral.

5. Lower digging boom to just above ground.

5. Lower digging boom to just above ground.

Moving digging teeth will cause


death or serious injury. Stay away.

Moving digging teeth will cause


death or serious injury. Stay away.

NOTICE: Keep everyone at lease 6 (2 m) from machine, digging


boom, and its range of movement.

NOTICE: Keep everyone at lease 6 (2 m) from machine, digging


boom, and its range of movement.

6. Engage digging chain control. DIGGING CHAIN WILL


MOVE.

6. Engage digging chain control. DIGGING CHAIN WILL


MOVE.

EMERGENCY STOP: Release bail.

EMERGENCY STOP: Release bail.

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TRENCHING

TRENCHING

7. Slowly lower digging boom to desired trench depth.

7. Slowly lower digging boom to desired trench depth.

Incorrect procedures can result in


death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use
equipment correctly.

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Incorrect procedures can result in


death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use
equipment correctly.

NOTICES:

NOTICES:

Machine may move when chain starts to dig. Allow 3 (1 m)


between end of chain and obstacle.

Machine may move when chain starts to dig. Allow 3 (1 m)


between end of chain and obstacle.

Digging chain on top side of boom can catch on root or rock,


forcing handlebar down suddenly. Stand back from console
and hold handlebar loosley.

Digging chain on top side of boom can catch on root or rock,


forcing handlebar down suddenly. Stand back from console
and hold handlebar loosley.

8. When desired trench depth is reached, move throttle to full


open.

8. When desired trench depth is reached, move throttle to full


open.

9. Move speed/direction control to reverse. Trencher will move


toward you.

9. Move speed/direction control to reverse. Trencher will move


toward you.

Trenching movement is toward you.

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Trenching movement is toward you.

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TRENCHING

TRENCHING

10. When trench is complete, move speed direction control to


neutral.

10. When trench is complete, move speed direction control to


neutral.

11. Move throttle to half open.

11. Move throttle to half open.

12. Raise digging boom to top of trench.

12. Raise digging boom to top of trench.

13. Release bail to stop digging chain.

13. Release bail to stop digging chain.

14. Engage bail and raise digging boom completely.

14. Engage bail and raise digging boom completely.

15. Drive trencher away from trench.

15. Drive trencher away from trench.

16. Let machine idle for three minutes to cool engine.

16. Let machine idle for three minutes to cool engine.

17. Turn power switch off.

17. Turn power switch off.

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TRENCHING

TRENCHING

LUBRICATION AND
MAINTENANCE

LUBRICATION AND
MAINTENANCE

Proper lubrication and maintenance protects Ditch Witch


equipment from damage and failure. In extreme conditions,
lubricate more frequently.

Proper lubrication and maintenance protects Ditch Witch


equipment from damage and failure. In extreme conditions,
lubricate more frequently.

Use only recommended lubricants. Fill to capacities listed in


SPECIFICATIONS.

Use only recommended lubricants. Fill to capacities listed in


SPECIFICATIONS.

Recommended Lubricants

Recommended Lubricants

GEO

Gasoline engine oil (see chart for appropriate SAE viscosity rating) meeting API engine
service classification SD

GEO

AGMA-7

Worm gear lubricant matching American Gear Manufacturers Association Compound #7

AGMA-7

Worm gear lubricant matching American Gear Manufacturers Association Compound #7

MPG

Multipurpose grease

MPG

Multipurpose grease

THF

Tractor hydraulic fluid, similar to Phillips 66 HG, Mobilfluid 423, Chevron Tractor Hydraulic
Fluid, Texaco TDH Oil, or equivalent

THF

Tractor hydraulic fluid, similar to Phillips 66 HG, Mobilfluid 423, Chevron Tractor Hydraulic
Fluid, Texaco TDH Oil, or equivalent

Gasoline engine oil (see chart for appropriate SAE viscosity rating) meeting API engine
service classification SD

Incorrect procedures could result


in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use
equipment correctly.

Incorrect procedures could result


in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use
equipment correctly.

NOTICES:

NOTICES:

Unless otherwise instructed, all service should be performed


with engine off.

Unless otherwise instructed, all service should be performed


with engine off.

Refer to engine manufacturers manual for engine


maintenance instructions.

Refer to engine manufacturers manual for engine


maintenance instructions.

Before servicing equipment, lower digging boom to ground.

Before servicing equipment, lower digging boom to ground.

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LUBRICATION OVERVIEW

LUBRICATION OVERVIEW

LUBRICATION OVERVIEW

LUBRICATION OVERVIEW

(GEO) Gasoline engine oil

(THF) Tractor hydraulic


fluid

(GEO) Gasoline engine oil

(THF) Tractor hydraulic


fluid

AGMA-7

(MPG) Multipurpose
grease

AGMA-7

(MPG) Multipurpose
grease

Filter

Check level

Filter

Check level

Pivot gearbox on opposite side of machine not shown. Check


oil every 50 hours. Change gearbox oil every 1000 hours with
THF

Pivot gearbox on opposite side of machine not shown. Check


oil every 50 hours. Change gearbox oil every 1000 hours with
THF

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LUBRICATION SCHEDULE

LUBRICATION SCHEDULE

LUBRICATION SCHEDULE

LUBRICATION SCHEDULE

Interval

Task

Page

Interval

Task

Page

Each use

Check engine oil

50

Each use

Check engine oil

50

Check hydraulic oil

51

Check hydraulic oil

51

Lube attachment pivot

52

Lube attachment pivot

52

Lube pivot stub

54

Lube pivot stub

54

Lube trail wheel

52

Lube trail wheel

52

Lube axle lock

52

Lube axle lock

52

Check pivot gearbox oil

53

Check pivot gearbox oil

53

Check worm drive oil

54

Check worm drive oil

54

Lube digging boom adjustment screw

55

Lube digging boom adjustment screw

55

Lube greaseable digging boom stub

55

Lube greaseable digging boom stub

55

100 hours

Change engine oil

50

100 hours

Change engine oil

50

250 hours

Change hydraulic filter

51

250 hours

Change hydraulic filter

51

500 hours

Change hydraulic oil

51

500 hours

Change hydraulic oil

51

Change worm drive oil

54

Change worm drive oil

54

Change pivot gearbox oil

53

Change pivot gearbox oil

53

10 hours

25 hours

50 hours

1000 hours

10 hours

25 hours

50 hours

1000 hours

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LUBRICATION SCHEDULE

LUBRICATION SCHEDULE

Engine Oil

Engine Oil

Check

Check

Check engine oil at dipstick (A)


before each operation. Add GEO
at fill neck (A) as necessary to
keep oil level at highest line on
dipstick.

Check engine oil at dipstick (A)


before each operation. Add GEO
at fill neck (A) as necessary to
keep oil level at highest line on
dipstick.

Change

Change

Change oil every 100 hours


with GEO.

Change oil every 100 hours


with GEO.

Drain crankcase (B) while oil is


still warm.

Drain crankcase (B) while oil is


still warm.

Refill at fill neck with 2.3 pt


(1.1 L) of GEO.

Refill at fill neck with 2.3 pt


(1.1 L) of GEO.

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LUBRICATION SCHEDULE

LUBRICATION SCHEDULE

Hydraulic Oil and Filter

Hydraulic Oil and Filter

Check

Check

With digging boom fully raised,


check hydraulic oil at dipstick (A)
before each operation. Add THF at
fill neck (A) as necessary to keep
oil level at highest line on dipstick.
Clean dust from cap by blowing
with low pressure air.

With digging boom fully raised,


check hydraulic oil at dipstick (A)
before each operation. Add THF at
fill neck (A) as necessary to keep
oil level at highest line on dipstick.
Clean dust from cap by blowing
with low pressure air.

Change

Change

Change hydraulic filter (B) every


250 hours.

Change hydraulic filter (B) every


250 hours.

Drain hydraulic oil at drain (C),


change filter, and refill at fill neck
with THF every 500 hours.

Drain hydraulic oil at drain (C),


change filter, and refill at fill neck
with THF every 500 hours.

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LUBRICATION SCHEDULE

LUBRICATION SCHEDULE

Tires

Tires

Lube trail wheel (A) every 25


hours with MPG.

Lube trail wheel (A) every 25


hours with MPG.

Pivot

Pivot

Lube Pivot (B) every 10 hours with


MPG.

Lube Pivot (B) every 10 hours with


MPG.

Axle Lock

Axle Lock

Lube axle lock every 25 hours with


MPG.

Lube axle lock every 25 hours with


MPG.

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LUBRICATION SCHEDULE

LUBRICATION SCHEDULE

Pivot Gearbox

Pivot Gearbox

Check

Check

Check gearbox oil every 50 hours


at fill plug (A). Refill with THF as
necessary to keep oil level with fill
plug.

Check gearbox oil every 50 hours


at fill plug (A). Refill with THF as
necessary to keep oil level with fill
plug.

Change

Change

Change gearbox oil every 1000 hours.

Change gearbox oil every 1000 hours.

Remove both plugs and drain oil.

Remove both plugs and drain oil.

Replace bottom plug (B).

Replace bottom plug (B).

Fill with THF to fill plug, approximately 2 pt (.95 L).

Fill with THF to fill plug, approximately 2 pt (.95 L).

Replace fill plug.

Replace fill plug.

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LUBRICATION SCHEDULE

LUBRICATION SCHEDULE

Worm Drive

Worm Drive

Check

Check

Check worm drive oil every 50


hours at fill plug (A). Refill with
AGMA-7 as necessary to keep oil
level with fill plug.

Check worm drive oil every 50


hours at fill plug (A). Refill with
AGMA-7 as necessary to keep oil
level with fill plug.
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Change

Change

Change worm drive oil every 500


hours.

Change worm drive oil every 500


hours.

Empty worm drive at drain (B).

Empty worm drive at drain (B).

Replace drain plug.

Replace drain plug.

Fill with AGMA-7 to fill plug,


approximately 3.25 pt (1.5 L).

Fill with AGMA-7 to fill plug,


approximately 3.25 pt (1.5 L).

NOTICE: Do not use a


substitute lubricant. Worm
drive failure could occur.

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NOTICE: Do not use a


substitute lubricant. Worm
drive failure could occur.

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LUBRICATION SCHEDULE

LUBRICATION SCHEDULE

Digging Boom

Digging Boom

Boom with Adjustment Screw

Boom with Adjustment Screw

Lube adjustment screw (A) every


50 hours with MPG.

Lube adjustment screw (A) every


50 hours with MPG.

Lube pivot stub (B) every 10 hours


with MPG.

Lube pivot stub (B) every 10 hours


with MPG.

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Greaseable Boom

Greaseable Boom

Lube boom stub every 50 hours


with MPG.

Lube boom stub every 50 hours


with MPG.

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Interval

Task

Page

Interval

Task

Page

Each use

Check tire pressure

56

Each use

Check tire pressure

56

Check lug nut torque

56

Check lug nut torque

56

100 hours

Change air filter paper element

56

100 hours

Change air filter paper element

56

As needed

Change remote air cleaner paper element

57

As needed

Change remote air cleaner paper element

57

Adjust digging chain tension

57

Adjust digging chain tension

57

Adjust drive belt tension

59

Adjust drive belt tension

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Trail Wheel

Trail Wheel

Tire Pressure

Tire Pressure

Check trail wheel tire pressure daily. Maintain pressure under 32


psi (221 kPa).

Check trail wheel tire pressure daily. Maintain pressure under 32


psi (221 kPa).

Lug Nut Torque

Lug Nut Torque

Check lug nut torque daile. Tighten to 85 ftlb (115 Nm).

Check lug nut torque daile. Tighten to 85 ftlb (115 Nm).

Air Filter

Air Filter

Change foam air filter element


every 100 hours. Do not allow dirt
to fall into carburetor.

Change foam air filter element


every 100 hours. Do not allow dirt
to fall into carburetor.

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Remote Air Cleaner

Remote Air Cleaner

Change optional air cleaner paper


element as needed.

Change optional air cleaner paper


element as needed.

Remove air cleaner cover.

Remove air cleaner cover.

Remove paper element and


replace.

Remove paper element and


replace.

NOTICE: Use of this option does


not eliminate the need for proper
maintenance of standard air filter.

NOTICE: Use of this option does


not eliminate the need for proper
maintenance of standard air filter.

Digging Chain Tension

Digging Chain Tension

Check digging chain regularly and adjust as needed.

Check digging chain regularly and adjust as needed.

Adjustment Screw

Adjustment Screw

Digging chain is properly tensioned when chain can be moved


.5 (13 mm) up or down. To adjust digging chain tension:

Digging chain is properly tensioned when chain can be moved


.5 (13 mm) up or down. To adjust digging chain tension:

Loosen four clamp bolts (B) so


that boom slides freely.

Loosen four clamp bolts (B) so


that boom slides freely.

Lossen jam nut on adjustment


screw (A).

Lossen jam nut on adjustment


screw (A).

Turn adjustment screw


clockwise to tighten digging
chain or counterclockwise to
loosen digging chain.

Turn adjustment screw


clockwise to tighten digging
chain or counterclockwise to
loosen digging chain.

When proper tension is


reached, tighten jam nut and
torque clamp bolts to 75 ftlb
(102 Nm).

When proper tension is


reached, tighten jam nut and
torque clamp bolts to 75 ftlb
(102 Nm).

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Grease Cylinder:

Grease Cylinder:

To tighten digging chain, pump


MPG into cylinder at check valve
zerk.

To tighten digging chain, pump


MPG into cylinder at check valve
zerk.

NOTICE: Do not overtighten


chain. Overtightening will cause
chain stretch, loss of machine
performance, and possible
premature chain failure.

NOTICE: Do not overtighten


chain. Overtightening will cause
chain stretch, loss of machine
performance, and possible
premature chain failure.

To loosen digging chain, stand on opposite side of boom and


unscrew check valve zerk to release grease.

To loosen digging chain, stand on opposite side of boom and


unscrew check valve zerk to release grease.

Fluid pressure could pierce skin


and cause injury or death. Stay away.

Fluid pressure could pierce skin


and cause injury or death. Stay away.

NOTICE: Service digging boom grease cylinder only while


standing on opposite side of boom. Wear gloves and safety
glasses and cover fitting with cloth when relieving pressure in
cylinder.

NOTICE: Service digging boom grease cylinder only while


standing on opposite side of boom. Wear gloves and safety
glasses and cover fitting with cloth when relieving pressure in
cylinder.

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Drive Belts

Drive Belts

Check drive belts regularly and


adjust tension as needed.

Check drive belts regularly and


adjust tension as needed.

Turn engine off.

Turn engine off.

Move bail down into handlebar


and clamp in place.

Move bail down into handlebar


and clamp in place.

Engage digging chain control


until locked in place.

Tighten or loosen both digging


belt adjustment nut (1) and
pump belt adjustment nut (2)
until springs (A and B) are
each 1.8 (48 mm) long.

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A
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Engage digging chain control


until locked in place.

Tighten or loosen both digging


belt adjustment nut (1) and
pump belt adjustment nut (2)
until springs (A and B) are
each 1.8 (48 mm) long.

See repair guide for more


information.

1
A
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2
B

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See repair guide for more


information.

B
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1030

SPECIFICATIONS

SPECIFICATIONS

1030

1030

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DIMENSIONS

U.S.

METRIC

DIMENSIONS

U.S.

METRIC

Trench depth, maximum

30 in

760 mm

Trench depth, maximum

30 in

760 mm

Trench width

4.3 - 6 in

110-150 mm

Trench width

4.3 - 6 in

110-150 mm

Boom travel down

60

60

Boom travel down

60

60

C1

Boom travel up

47

47

C1

Boom travel up

47

47

Headshaft height--digging chain

8.60 in

220 mm

Headshaft height--digging chain

8.60 in

220 mm

L2

Length

88 in

2.2 m

L2

Length

88 in

2.2 m

W2

Width

32 in

810 mm

W2

Width

32 in

810 mm

H2

Height

47 in

1.2 m

H2

Height

47 in

1.2 m

W4

Tread

26 in

660 mm

W4

Tread

26 in

660 mm

A3

Angle of departure

65

65

A3

Angle of departure

65

65

L4

Wheelbase

32 in

810 mm

L4

Wheelbase

32 in

810 mm

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DIMENSIONS

1030

U.S.

METRIC

DIMENSIONS

U.S.

METRIC

E1

Centerline trench to outside edge of


machine, left

15 in

381 mm

E1

Centerline trench to outside edge of


machine, left

15 in

381 mm

E2

Centerline trench to outside edge of


machine, right

17 in

432 mm

E2

Centerline trench to outside edge of


machine, right

17 in

432 mm

Spoil discharge reach

10.6 in

270 mm

Spoil discharge reach

10.6 in

270 mm

A2

Angle of approach

35

35

A2

Angle of approach

35

35

Dimensions based on 16x6.50x8 tires and 24 (610-mm) boom in transport


position

Dimensions based on 16x6.50x8 tires and 24 (610-mm) boom in transport


position

GENERAL

GENERAL

Ditch Witch model 1030, self-propelled, pedestrian, manually steered, twowheel drive rigid frame, chain type trencher

Ditch Witch model 1030, self-propelled, pedestrian, manually steered, twowheel drive rigid frame, chain type trencher

OPERATIONAL

OPERATIONAL

U.S.

METRIC

Vehicle speeds

U.S.

METRIC

Vehicle speeds

Maximum transit forward

155 fpm

47 m/min

Maximum transit forward

155 fpm

47 m/min

Maximim transit reverse

155 fpm

47 m/min

Maximim transit reverse

155 fpm

47 m/min

276 fpm

84 m/min

276 fpm

84 m/min

Digging chain speed


Spoils handling (single, open-end auger)

Digging chain speed


Spoils handling (single, open-end auger)

Outer diameter

12 in

305 mm

Outer diameter

12 in

305 mm

Inner diameter

4 in

102 mm

Inner diameter

4 in

102 mm

Length

9 in

229 mm

Length

9 in

229 mm

Operating weight [with 33,000-lb (14 969-kg)


test, two-pitch digging chain]

900 lb

408 kg

Operating weight [with 33,000-lb (14 969-kg)


test, two-pitch digging chain]

900 lb

408 kg

POWER

U.S.

METRIC

POWER

U.S.

METRIC

Engine: Honda GX340

Engine: Honda GX340

Fuel: gasoline

Fuel: gasoline

Cooling medium: air

Cooling medium: air

Number of cylinders: 1

Number of cylinders: 1

Displacement

20.6 in3

337 cm3

Displacement

20.6 in3

337 cm3

Bore

3.22 in

82 mm

Bore

3.22 in

82 mm

Stroke

2.52 in

64 mm

Stroke

2.52 in

64 mm

Gross power @ 3600 rpm

11 hp

8.2 kW

Gross power @ 3600 rpm

11 hp

8.2 kW

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POWER

U.S.

METRIC

POWER

U.S.

METRIC

Maximum governed speed installed (no load)

3400 rpm

3400 rpm

Maximum governed speed installed (no load)

3400 rpm

3400 rpm

Flywheel power @ 3200 rpm (full load)

10.2 hp

7.5 kW

Flywheel power @ 3200 rpm (full load)

10.2 hp

7.5 kW

Fuel consumption @3600 rpm

.89 gph

3.4 L/h

Fuel consumption @3600 rpm

.89 gph

3.4 L/h

Maximum tilt angle

20

20

Maximum tilt angle

20

20

Fuel tank capacity

1.7 gal

6.5 L

Fuel tank capacity

1.7 gal

6.5 L

Engine oil capacity

2.3 pt

1.1 L

Engine oil capacity

2.3 pt

1.1 L

POWER TRAIN

POWER TRAIN

Ground drive transmission

Ground drive transmission

Ground drive: hydrostatic, infinitely variable from zero to maximum,


gearbox to axle, speed and direction controlled with single lever

Ground drive: hydrostatic, infinitely variable from zero to maximum,


gearbox to axle, speed and direction controlled with single lever

Pump drive clutch: mechanical, hand-operated, spring-loaded, with


tension roller for belt drive

Pump drive clutch: mechanical, hand-operated, spring-loaded, with


tension roller for belt drive

Digging chain clutch: mechanical, hand-operated,spring-loaded with


tension roller for belt drive

Digging chain clutch: mechanical, hand-operated,spring-loaded with


tension roller for belt drive

Tires

Tires
Drive, standard: 16x6.50x8

Drive, standard: 16x6.50x8

Drive, optional: 18x8.50x8

Drive, optional: 18x8.50x8

Trail: 13x5.00x6

Trail: 13x5.00x6

Trencher drive: mechanical, belt drive to reduction drive, headshaft

Trencher drive: mechanical, belt drive to reduction drive, headshaft

Belt: power band, two-groove

Belt: power band, two-groove

Digging chain: 33,000 lb (16 969 kg) test

Digging chain: 33,000 lb (16 969 kg) test

Chain drive sprocket: forged and tempered

Chain drive sprocket: forged and tempered

Digging teeth: bolt-on cup teeth with hard-surfaced edge of tungsten carbide

Digging teeth: bolt-on cup teeth with hard-surfaced edge of tungsten carbide

Spoils handling drive: mechanical, attached to and rotates with headshaft

Spoils handling drive: mechanical, attached to and rotates with headshaft

NOISE LEVELS

NOISE LEVELS

Operator 88dBA sound pressure per ISO 6394.

Operator 88dBA sound pressure per ISO 6394.

Exterior 101 dBA sound power per ISO 6393.

Exterior 101 dBA sound power per ISO 6393.

VIBRATION LEVELS

VIBRATION LEVELS

Vibration at the operators hand during normal operation is 6.1 m/s2

Vibration at the operators hand during normal operation is 6.1 m/s2

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1230

1230

1230

DIMENSIONS

U.S.

METRIC

DIMENSIONS

U.S.

METRIC

Trench depth, maximum

36 in

915 mm

Trench depth, maximum

36 in

915 mm

Trench width

4.3-6 in

110-150 mm

Trench width

4.3-6 in

110-150 mm

Boom travel down

60

60

Boom travel down

60

60

C1

Boom travel up

47

47

C1

Boom travel up

47

47

Headshaft height--digging chain

8.60 in

220 mm

Headshaft height--digging chain

8.60 in

220 mm

L2

Length

88 in

2.2 m

L2

Length

88 in

2.2 m

W2

Width

32 in

810 mm

W2

Width

32 in

810 mm

H2

Height

47 in

1.2 m

H2

Height

47 in

1.2 m

W4

Tread

26 in

660 mm

W4

Tread

26 in

660 mm

A3

Angle of departure

65

65

A3

Angle of departure

65

65

L4

Wheelbase

32 in

810 mm

L4

Wheelbase

32 in

810 mm

E1

Centerline trench to outside edge of


machine, left

15 in

381 mm

E1

Centerline trench to outside edge of


machine, left

15 in

381 mm

E2

Centerline trench to outside edge of


machine, right

17 in

432 mm

E2

Centerline trench to outside edge of


machine, right

17 in

432 mm

Spoil discharge reach

10.6 in

270 mm

Spoil discharge reach

10.6 in

270 mm

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DIMENSIONS
A2

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1230

Angle of approach

U.S.

METRIC

DIMENSIONS

35

35

A2

Angle of approach

U.S.

METRIC

35

35

Dimensions based on 16x6.50x8 tires and 24 (610-mm) boom in transport


position

Dimensions based on 16x6.50x8 tires and 24 (610-mm) boom in transport


position

GENERAL

GENERAL

Ditch Witch model 1230, self-propelled, pedestrian, manually steered, twowheel drive rigid frame, chain type trencher

Ditch Witch model 1230, self-propelled, pedestrian, manually steered, twowheel drive rigid frame, chain type trencher

OPERATIONAL

OPERATIONAL

U.S.

METRIC

Vehicle speeds

U.S.

METRIC

Vehicle speeds

Maximum transit forward

155 fpm

47 m/min

Maximum transit forward

155 fpm

47 m/min

Maximim transit reverse

155 fpm

47 m/min

Maximim transit reverse

155 fpm

47 m/min

276 fpm

84 m/min

276 fpm

84 m/min

Digging chain speed


Spoils handling (single, open-end auger)

Digging chain speed


Spoils handling (single, open-end auger)

Outer diameter

12 in

305 mm

Outer diameter

12 in

305 mm

Inner diameter

4 in

102 mm

Inner diameter

4 in

102 mm

Length

9 in

229 mm

Length

9 in

229 mm

Operating weight [with 33,000-lb (14 969-kg)


test, two-pitch digging chain]

900 lb

408 kg

Operating weight [with 33,000-lb (14 969-kg)


test, two-pitch digging chain]

900 lb

408 kg

POWER

U.S.

METRIC

POWER

U.S.

METRIC

Engine: Honda GX390

Engine: Honda GX390

Fuel: gasoline

Fuel: gasoline

Cooling medium: air

Cooling medium: air

Number of cylinders: 1

Number of cylinders: 1

Displacement

23.7 in3

389 cm3

Displacement

23.7 in3

389 cm3

Bore

3.53 in

90 mm

Bore

3.53 in

90 mm

Stroke

2.52 in

64 mm

Stroke

2.52 in

64 mm

Gross power @ 3600 rpm

13 hp

9.7 kW

Gross power @ 3600 rpm

13 hp

9.7 kW

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1230

POWER

U.S.

METRIC

POWER

U.S.

METRIC

Maximum governed speed installed (no load)

3600 rpm

3600 rpm

Maximum governed speed installed (no load)

3600 rpm

3600 rpm

Flywheel power @ 3200 rpm (full load)

12 hp

8.9 kW

Flywheel power @ 3200 rpm (full load)

12 hp

8.9 kW

Fuel consumption @3600 rpm

.89 gph

3.4 L/h

Fuel consumption @3600 rpm

.89 gph

3.4 L/h

Maximum tilt angle

20

20

Maximum tilt angle

20

20

Fuel tank capacity

1.7 gal

6.5 L

Fuel tank capacity

1.7 gal

6.5 L

Engine oil capacity

2.3 pt

1.1 L

Engine oil capacity

2.3 pt

1.1 L

POWER TRAIN

POWER TRAIN

Ground drive transmission

Ground drive transmission

Ground drive: hydrostatic, infinitely variable from zero to maximum,


gearbox to axle, speed and direction controlled with single lever

Ground drive: hydrostatic, infinitely variable from zero to maximum,


gearbox to axle, speed and direction controlled with single lever

Pump drive clutch: mechanical, hand-operated, spring-loaded, with


tension roller for belt drive

Pump drive clutch: mechanical, hand-operated, spring-loaded, with


tension roller for belt drive

Digging chain clutch: mechanical, hand-operated, spring-loaded with


tension roller for belt drive

Digging chain clutch: mechanical, hand-operated, spring-loaded with


tension roller for belt drive

Tires

Tires
Drive, standard: 16x6.50x8

Drive, standard: 16x6.50x8

Drive, optional: 18x8.50x8

Drive, optional: 18x8.50x8

Trail: 13x5.00x6

Trail: 13x5.00x6

Trencher drive: mechanical, belt drive to reduction drive, headshaft

Trencher drive: mechanical, belt drive to reduction drive, headshaft

Belt: power band, two-groove

Belt: power band, two-groove

Digging chain: 33,000 lb (16 969 kg) test

Digging chain: 33,000 lb (16 969 kg) test

Chain drive sprocket: forged and tempered

Chain drive sprocket: forged and tempered

Digging teeth: bolt-on cup teeth with hard-surfaced edge of tungsten carbide

Digging teeth: bolt-on cup teeth with hard-surfaced edge of tungsten carbide

Spoils handling drive: mechanical, attached to and rotates with headshaft

Spoils handling drive: mechanical, attached to and rotates with headshaft

NOISE LEVELS

NOISE LEVELS

Operator 88 dBA sound pressure per ISO 6394

Operator 88 dBA sound pressure per ISO 6394

Exterior 101 dBA sound power per ISO 6393

Exterior 101 dBA sound power per ISO 6393

VIBRATION LEVELS

VIBRATION LEVELS

Vibration at the operators hand during normal operation is 6.1 m/s2

Vibration at the operators hand during normal operation is 6.1 m/s2

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WARRANTY

WARRANTY

Ditch Witch Equipment and Replacement Parts


North American*
Limited Warranty Policy

Ditch Witch Equipment and Replacement Parts


North American*
Limited Warranty Policy

Major Component Limited Warranty

Major Component Limited Warranty

Major components are warranted for a period of 1000 hours of use or one year,
whichever occurs first, beginning on date of delivery of any such new product. The
Major Component Limited Warranty covers only Major Components listed under
Major Component Limited Warranty that are manufactured and distributed by The
Charles Machine Works, Inc. (CMW). Replacement parts and other serial
numbered products (Products) that are not listed under Major Component
Limited Warranty, and non-major components are covered under Product Limited
Warranty.

Major components are warranted for a period of 1000 hours of use or one year,
whichever occurs first, beginning on date of delivery of any such new product. The
Major Component Limited Warranty covers only Major Components listed under
Major Component Limited Warranty that are manufactured and distributed by The
Charles Machine Works, Inc. (CMW). Replacement parts and other serial
numbered products (Products) that are not listed under Major Component
Limited Warranty, and non-major components are covered under Product Limited
Warranty.

Major Components are defined as:

Major Components are defined as:

Frames.

Frames.

Differentials and parts contained within.

Differentials and parts contained within.

Mechanical transmissions.

Mechanical transmissions.

Drive gearboxes and parts contained within.

Drive gearboxes and parts contained within.

Hydraulic, hydrostatic, and fluid pumps, motors and components that control or

protect pumps and motors.

Auxiliary hydraulic control valves and electrical components used for controlling

hydraulic components.
Hydraulic cylinders and components excluding repair kits.

Batteries, alternators, instruments, gauges, and protection components for

electrical systems.
Pierce Airrow bodies, strikers, and tailpieces.

Auxiliary hydraulic control valves and electrical components used for controlling
hydraulic components.

Hydraulic, hydrostatic, and fluid pumps, motors and components that control or
protect pumps and motors.

Hydraulic cylinders and components excluding repair kits.


Batteries, alternators, instruments, gauges, and protection components for
electrical systems.

Pierce Airrow bodies, strikers, and tailpieces.

Free replacement parts and labor will be provided at any authorized dealership for
any part of Major Component which has a defect in material or workmanship
within warranty period. Defects will be determined by an inspection of major
component or part by CMW or its authorized dealer. The product containing a
major component or part must be presented to CMW or its authorized dealer for
inspection within 30 days of the date major component or part fails. CMW will
provide the location of its inspection facilities or its nearest authorized dealer upon
inquiry. CMW reserves the right to supply remanufactured replacement parts as it
deems appropriate.

Free replacement parts and labor will be provided at any authorized dealership for
any part of Major Component which has a defect in material or workmanship
within warranty period. Defects will be determined by an inspection of major
component or part by CMW or its authorized dealer. The product containing a
major component or part must be presented to CMW or its authorized dealer for
inspection within 30 days of the date major component or part fails. CMW will
provide the location of its inspection facilities or its nearest authorized dealer upon
inquiry. CMW reserves the right to supply remanufactured replacement parts as it
deems appropriate.

* Equipment owners in countries other than U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Puerto
Rico should refer to Ditch Witch International Warranty Policy.

* Equipment owners in countries other than U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Puerto
Rico should refer to Ditch Witch International Warranty Policy.

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Product Limited Warranty

Product Limited Warranty

Products are warranted for 90 days from date of delivery of any new product. Free
replacement parts and labor will be provided at any authorized dealership for any
product which has a defect in material or workmanship within warranty period.
Replacement parts are warranted for 90 days from date of delivery of any such
replacement part. Any part of a product subject to ground contact is warranted
only for defects in material or workmanship and only for the period of operational
life of such part, which period shall not in any event exceed 90 days. Defects will
be determined by an inspection of the product or part by CMW or its authorized
dealer. The product or part must be presented to CMW or its authorized dealer for
inspection within 30 days of the date of failure. CMW will provide the location of its
inspection facilities or its nearest authorized dealer upon inquiry. CMW reserves
the right to supply remanufactured replacement parts as it deems appropriate.

Products are warranted for 90 days from date of delivery of any new product. Free
replacement parts and labor will be provided at any authorized dealership for any
product which has a defect in material or workmanship within warranty period.
Replacement parts are warranted for 90 days from date of delivery of any such
replacement part. Any part of a product subject to ground contact is warranted
only for defects in material or workmanship and only for the period of operational
life of such part, which period shall not in any event exceed 90 days. Defects will
be determined by an inspection of the product or part by CMW or its authorized
dealer. The product or part must be presented to CMW or its authorized dealer for
inspection within 30 days of the date of failure. CMW will provide the location of its
inspection facilities or its nearest authorized dealer upon inquiry. CMW reserves
the right to supply remanufactured replacement parts as it deems appropriate.

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Exclusions

Exclusions

from Major Component and Product Limited Warranty

from Major Component and Product Limited Warranty

Specifically excluded from Major Component and Product Limited Warranty are:

Specifically excluded from Major Component and Product Limited Warranty are:

Transportation charges related to repair, replacement, or inspection of

Parts subject to ground contact (including but not limited to drill pipe, downhole

Transportation charges related to repair, replacement, or inspection of


products, major components, or parts.

Parts subject to ground contact (including but not limited to drill pipe, downhole

products, major components, or parts.

tools, digging chain, teeth and sprockets).

tools, digging chain, teeth and sprockets).

All incidental or consequential damages.

All defects, damages, or injuries caused by misuse, abuse, improper

installation, alteration, neglect, or uses other than those for which products
All defects, damages, or injuries caused by improper training, operation, or

were intended.

servicing of products in a manner inconsistent with manufacturers


All engines and engine accessories (these are covered by original

recommendations.

manufacturers warranty).

Parts which may be subject to another manufacturers warranty (such warranty


All implied warranties not expressly stated herein, including any warranty of
fitness for a particular purpose and merchantability.

All engines and engine accessories (these are covered by original


manufacturers warranty).

will be available to purchaser).

All defects, damages, or injuries caused by improper training, operation, or


servicing of products in a manner inconsistent with manufacturers

recommendations.

All defects, damages, or injuries caused by misuse, abuse, improper


installation, alteration, neglect, or uses other than those for which products

were intended.

All incidental or consequential damages.

Parts which may be subject to another manufacturers warranty (such warranty


will be available to purchaser).

All implied warranties not expressly stated herein, including any warranty of
fitness for a particular purpose and merchantability.

IF THE PRODUCTS ARE PURCHASED FOR COMMERCIAL PURPOSES AS


DEFINED BY THE UNIFORM COMMERCIAL CODE, THEN THERE ARE NO
WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE FACE HEREOF AND THERE
ARE NO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND WHICH EXTEND TO A
COMMERCIAL BUYER. ALL OTHER PROVISIONS OF THIS LIMITED
WARRANTY APPLY INCLUDING THE DUTIES IMPOSED.

IF THE PRODUCTS ARE PURCHASED FOR COMMERCIAL PURPOSES AS


DEFINED BY THE UNIFORM COMMERCIAL CODE, THEN THERE ARE NO
WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE FACE HEREOF AND THERE
ARE NO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND WHICH EXTEND TO A
COMMERCIAL BUYER. ALL OTHER PROVISIONS OF THIS LIMITED
WARRANTY APPLY INCLUDING THE DUTIES IMPOSED.

Ditch Witch products have been tested to deliver acceptable performance in most
conditions. This does not imply they will deliver acceptable performance in all
conditions. Therefore, to assure suitability, products should be operated under
anticipated working conditions prior to purchase.

Ditch Witch products have been tested to deliver acceptable performance in most
conditions. This does not imply they will deliver acceptable performance in all
conditions. Therefore, to assure suitability, products should be operated under
anticipated working conditions prior to purchase.

This limited warranty applies to the owner of the product. Some states do not
allow exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so above
limitation of exclusion may not apply. Further, some states do not allow exclusion
of or limitation of how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may
not apply. This limited warranty gives owner specific legal rights and the owner
may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

This limited warranty applies to the owner of the product. Some states do not
allow exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so above
limitation of exclusion may not apply. Further, some states do not allow exclusion
of or limitation of how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may
not apply. This limited warranty gives owner specific legal rights and the owner
may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

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For information regarding this limited warranty, contact CMWs Product Support
department, P.O. Box 66, Perry, OK 73077-0066, or contact your local Ditch Witch
dealer.

For information regarding this limited warranty, contact CMWs Product Support
department, P.O. Box 66, Perry, OK 73077-0066, or contact your local Ditch Witch
dealer.

First version: 1/91; Latest revision: 4/99

First version: 1/91; Latest revision: 4/99

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